Key Takeaways:
- St. Louis’ Healthiest Happy Hour returns for its 11th year in Downtown St. Louis.
- Registration opens Monday, Feb. 16.
- Starter Packs and sponsorships can be secured now.
ST. LOUIS – February 5, 2026 – The St. Louis Sports Commission will host the 2026 Biz Dash 5K presented by World Wide Technology on Thursday, May 7 from 5 to 9 p.m. in Downtown St. Louis. The Biz Dash annually brings thousands from the region’s business community together for an event that combines health and fitness with a spirited happy-hour vibe, known as “St. Louis’ Healthiest Happy Hour”.
Registration for the 2026 Biz Dash opens on Monday, February 16. Companies of all sizes are encouraged to register teams, with runners and walkers of all levels welcome. Companies may register an unlimited number of employees. Individuals may also participate by registering on the St. Louis Sports Foundation team.
Now in its 11th year, the Biz Dash has welcomed more than 50,000 total registrants, including a record 7,600 participants representing 260 companies and organizations in 2025. The 2026 edition begins with the opening of the Spectrum Team Village (on Lou Fusz Plaza at Energizer Park) at 5 p.m. on May 7. The 5K race will start at 7 p.m., traveling through the heart of Downtown St. Louis, passing by Union Station, Stifel Theatre, Citygarden, Busch Stadium, Kiener Plaza, and with spectacular views of the Gateway Arch at sunset.
SPONSORSHIPS AND TEAM STARTER PACKS
World Wide Technology returns for its ninth year as the presenting sponsor of the Biz Dash, and Spectrum has joined as a new sponsor of the team village for 2026. Sponsor packages for 2026 include high-visibility activations including water stations, awards, and more. To join as a 2026 Biz Dash sponsor, contact Tom Dolan at 314-345-5111 or tdolan@stlsports.org.
A one-stop shop for team captains, Team Starter Packs bundle race entries, a team meeting space discount, and on-site setup support from the Biz Dash team. To purchase, visit stlbizdash.com.
BIZ DASH PROCEEDS
The Biz Dash is produced by the St. Louis Sports Commission. Proceeds from the event benefit the St. Louis Sports Foundation, the Sports Commission’s 501c3 charitable affiliate. To learn more about the St. Louis Sports Foundation, visit sportsmanship.org.
